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I don’t know how this app managed to get past the censors into the iTunes Store. But just imagine an app that allows you to download an episode of Gossip Girl Season 2. You can even download an entire movie from its DVD database!

Yes, there is such an app and it is W.TV Mobile TV. Based on the 3G video streaming platform from China Unicom Sichuan Branch, this app carries a variety of streaming content, including TV programmes from provincial  TV stations in China.

Supporting the H.264 codec, the app is really easy to use and you can search for your favourite TV show or movie painlessly. However, you can rarely download a full clip. An episode of say, Project Runway, is split into three parts, meaning you have to download three times to watch a single episode. In a way, it makes sense as 3G download is not the most reliable currently. I was able to download one part in around 5 mins.

However, the interface and the shows’ names are in Mandarin. So if you don’t read Mandarin, it will be a tad difficult. Nonetheless, you can rely on the universal language of pictures (aka thumbnails) to help you make your choice.

Oh, did I mention this app is free? Grab it from iTunes Store now while you can!

Disclaimer: I’m not sure if this app breaches any copyright laws, but hey, it has been approved by Apple!

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